On July 18, 2025, the Judicial Council of California unanimously adopted the first statewide framework in the nation governing the use of generative artificial intelligence within the judicial branch. The …
The Louisiana Supreme Court is considering a significant change that could affect attorneys aged 65 and older who remain in full-time active practice. Here’s what you need to know: The …
The Louisiana Supreme Court has amended Rule XIX, effective July 1, 2025, implementing fee increases and procedural changes to the state’s lawyer disciplinary system. The amendments modify cost structures across …
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a sweeping new rule designed to combat deceptive practices in online reviews and testimonials. Lawyers and law firms should take special note, as …
Lawyers practicing in the Eastern District of Louisiana, take note—major changes to the Rules for Lawyer Disciplinary Enforcement are on the table, and they could have serious consequences for attorneys …
In an era where digital communication dominates professional relationships, Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court has drawn a clear line in the sand: digital flirtation between attorneys and clients is now officially considered …
Utah and Arizona have emerged as pioneers in modernizing legal service delivery and ownership structures. Utah’s Regulatory Sandbox, authorized by its Supreme Court in 2020, established a controlled environment for …
My new Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics article is out. Here is a link: Dane S. Ciolino, Harmonizing Legal Ethics Rules with Advocacy Norms, 36 Geo. J. of Legal Ethics …
On May 17, 2023, Utah joined several other states to include language about the mental, physical, and emotional health of lawyers within its comments to Rule 01.01 of the Utah …
On May 12, 2023, the Louisiana Supreme Court amended Louisiana Rule of Professional Conduct Rule 1.10 pertaining to the imputation of conflicts when lawyers are associated in a firm. The …
